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Denver Nuggets acquire DeMatha Catholic alumnus Jerami Grant from Oklahoma City Thunder

DeMatha Catholic alumnus Jerami Grant was traded by the Oklahoma City Thunder to the Denver Nuggets.

By Giana Han

Jul 8, 2019

• Sports

Sources: Maryland's Fernando to sign three-year guaranteed contract with Atlanta Hawks

Former Maryland center Bruno Fernando will sign a three-year guaranteed contract with the Atlanta Hawks, who traded three draft choices to get him.

By Don Markus

Jul 7, 2019

• Sports

Wizards trade Dwight Howard for C.J. Miles, add four more players in two three-team deal

The Washington Wizards announced Saturday that they have acquired forward C.J. Miles from Memphis in exchange for center Dwight Howard.

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Basketball ad brings together Pikesville teen and former NBA star Tim Hardaway

Pikesville native, 13-year-old Jake Schloss, got the chance to work with former NBA All-Star Tim Hardaway to promote the "Dribble Silencer" by Dream Dribble.

By Kyle J. Andrews

Jul 5, 2019

• Sports

Schmuck stops: Orioles' Mancini stays snubbed, Knicks still the Knicks, Joey Chestnut still the top dog

Peter Schmuck's takes on the news items of the week. Thoughts on Peyton Manning, Joey Chestnut, Trey Mancini, Colin Kaepernick and more.

By Peter Schmuck

Jul 5, 2019

• Sports

Former Loyola Maryland men's lacrosse star Chase Scanlan transferring to Syracuse

Former Loyola Maryland midfielder Chase Scanlan announced that he has agreed to transfer to the Syracuse men’s lacrosse program.

By Edward Lee

Jul 3, 2019

• Sports

Oh, that guy! A look at players with Maryland ties competing in 2019 NBA Summer League

From Bruno Fernando to Jairus Lyles, here's a look at some players with local ties competing in this year's NBA Summer League.

• Sports

NBA: Coaches likely to get one challenge per game next season 

NBA tells teams that coaches' challenges are coming, pending approval by board of governors next month

• Sports

Bucks star, NBA MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo to play for Greece at World Cup

Giannis Antetokounmpo will play for Greece at this year's basketball World Cup in China, saying Friday he can play any position.

• Sports

Warriors star Steph Curry puts his faith in new production company

Stephen Curry is using a foundation of faith to build a career away from the basketball court through his burgeoning production company.

• Sports

Franklin grad, pole vaulter Olivia Gruver earns spot on U.S. team for Pan American Games

Franklin graduate Olivia Gruver earned a spot on the U.S. national track and field team that will compete in the Pan American Games in August.

• Sports

Looking ahead to 2020 NBA draft, Maryland could have multiple players taken

Sophomore forward Jalen Smith has been mentioned as a first-round pick in 2020, with others such as sophomore guard Aaron Wiggins possibilities, too.

By Don Markus

Jun 25, 2019

• Sports

Wizards' Bradley Beal receives Community Assist honor at NBA Awards show

Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal was named the NBA Cares Community Assist Award winner at the league’s annual award show Monday night.

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Analysis: Atlanta could be good landing spot for Maryland's Fernando after slip to second round

For a number of reasons, sliding down to the No. 34 spot for Maryland's Bruno Fernando could be a positive way to start his NBA career.

By Don Markus

Jun 22, 2019

• Sports

Maryland's Bruno Fernando picked No. 34 by the 76ers, traded to Hawks

Maryland center Bruno Fernando was taken in the second round at Thursday's NBA draft in Brooklyn.

By Don Markus

Jun 21, 2019

• Sports

Wizards make Hachimura 1st Japanese player ever in NBA first round

The Washington Wizards have forward Rui Hachimura from Gonzaga the first Japanese player ever taken in the first round of the NBA draft.

• Sports

2019 NBA draft: First-round pick order, top prospects and how to watch

Here's what you need to know before the 2019 NBA draft begins Thursday night.

• Sports

Five teams that could take Maryland's Bruno Fernando in 2019 NBA draft

Expected to be selected in the second half of the first round of Thursday's NBA draft, here are five possible landing spots for Maryland center Bruno Fernando.

By Don Markus

Jun 20, 2019

• Sports

Former Maryland star Bruno Fernando's patient journey to NBA draft worth the wait

An extra year in prep school and returning for his sophomore year at Maryland helped Bruno Fernando become a likely first-round NBA draft pick in 2019.

By Don Markus

Jun 19, 2019

• Maryland

NBA player Carmelo Anthony mourns Gerald Brown, basketball player and comic killed in Baltimore

The NBA player had four posts about Brown on his story and said he “still can’t believe it.”

• Sports

Schmuck: U.S. women's World Cup team sparks debate about sportsmanship that's a few decades too late

The U.S. womens soccer team has sparked a debate about sportsmanship with their excessive celebration in 13-0 win over Thailand.

By Peter Schmuck

Jun 13, 2019

• Sports

A week from NBA draft, Maryland center Bruno Fernando's position is difficult to mock

Former Maryland center Bruno Fernando's name can be found all over the various mock drafts, from a top-10 pick to middle of second round.

By Don Markus

Jun 13, 2019

• Sports

Team photo of 1914 Orioles, featuring Babe Ruth, sells for record $190,373 at auction

An original team photo of the 1914 Baltimore Orioles, featuring Babe Ruth, sold for a record $190,373 at auction.

• Sports

Schmuck stops: On exporting NFL preseason games, Le'Veon Bell's female problem and why the Orioles aren't tanking

Peter Schmuck's "News Item" column on a variety of subjects including an NFL preseason game in Canada, Le'Veon Bell's female problem and a Warriors prediction.

By Peter Schmuck

Jun 7, 2019

• Sports

Booth brings hope, history and a healthy dose of reality in his new role as Dunbar's boys basketball coach

Keith Booth was the last player from Dunbar High to make it to the NBA, but his short pro career should be a cautionary tale for those hoping to follow him.

By Don Markus

Jun 6, 2019

• Business

Under Armour releases short documentary starring Stephen Curry, other elite athletes

Under Armour has released its "Margin of Victory" short documentary starring Stephen Curry, Kelley O'Hara and Anthony Joshua.

By Lorraine Mirabella

May 31, 2019

• Sports

Schmuck stops: My take on Drake should curb your enthusiasm for the Raptors in the NBA Finals

Peter Schmuck's takes on Drake and the Raptors along with a bunch of other news items from the past week.

By Peter Schmuck

May 31, 2019

• Sports

Maryland guard Anthony Cowan Jr. to return for senior season after working out for NBA teams

Anthony Cowan Jr., Maryland's leading scorer the past two seasons, announced Wednesday that he will return for his senior year in College Park.

By Don Markus

May 29, 2019

• Sports

Maryland guard Anthony Cowan Jr.'s NBA draft decision coming down to the wire

Maryland guard Anthony Cowan Jr. will decide whether to return to Maryland for his senior year after Wednesday's workout with the Sacramento Kings.

By Don Markus

May 28, 2019

• Sports

Coming full circle, Keith Booth honored, excited to become Dunbar's boys basketball coach

Keith Booth introduced as Dunbar's new boys basketball coach.

By Glenn Graham

May 23, 2019

• Sports

As new Dunbar basketball coach, former Maryland, Poets star Keith Booth hopes to bring team back to glory decades

More than a quarter-century after leaving Dunbar High, Keith Booth will return as coach of the Poets with hopes of bringing the program back to prominence.

By Don Markus

May 22, 2019

• Sports

After turning down Wizards, Baltimore native Tim Connelly eager to finish what he started with Nuggets

Denver president of basketball operations Tim Connelly decided to stay with the Nuggets instead of possibly bolting for Washington.

• Sports

Former Maryland star Kevin Huerter selected to NBA's All-Rookie second team

Former Maryland standout Kevin Huerter was named one of the NBA's top 10 rookies this season, becoming the first former Terp to do so in nearly 20 years.

By Don Markus

May 21, 2019

• Sports

Former Maryland star Bruno Fernando comfortable at NBA Combine — in any language

Maryland’s Fernando told the media at the NBA Combine on Thursday that the second time around in Chicago has been more enjoyable.

• Sports

Former Dunbar and Maryland star Keith Booth selected as Poets' next coach

Former Dunbar and Maryland star Keith Booth has been selected as the next coach of the Poets' boys basketball team, according to AD Dana Johnso

By Don Markus

May 16, 2019

• Sports

Beilein's sudden departure from Michigan similar to Williams' retirement at Maryland in 2011

John Beilein's surprising announcement Monday that he was leaving Michigan to coach the Cleveland Cavaliers has some similarities to Gary Williams' retirement.

By Don Markus

May 14, 2019

• Sports

Maryland men's basketball's Bruno Fernando invited to NBA combine, but Anthony Cowan Jr. is not

Bruno Fernando, who also went to the combine last year but ultimately decided to return to school, is expected to be a mid-to-late first-round pick in the June 20 draft.

• Sports

Center Chol Marial commits to Maryland men's basketball

"I've watched Chol the last three years and I can't say enough about him as both a person and a basketball player," Maryland coach Mark Turgeon said in a statement.

By Don Markus

May 6, 2019

• Business

Sinclair Broadcast Group to buy Fox regional sports networks from Disney for $10.6 billion

Sinclair Broadcast Group will partner with the owner of The Weather Channel to buy 21 regional sports networks and Fox College Sports from The Walt Disney Co. for $10.6 billion, the companies announced Friday.

By Lorraine Mirabella

May 3, 2019

• Sports

A slice of life of some former Orioles: Adam Jones delivers a pie, and Manny Machado has fun with a Blooper

Former Orioles had some fun this week.

By Jennifer Badie

May 2, 2019

• Sports

Bruno Fernando officially leaving Maryland, keeping his name in NBA draft

Maryland sophomore Bruno Fernando, who most expect to become a first-round draft choice this year, announces that he will keep his name in the draft and end his career in College Park.

By Don Markus

May 1, 2019

• Sports

Maryland men's basketball pursuing 7-foot-2 prospect Chol Marial for 2019 class

Chol Marial, a 7-foot-2 center from South Sudan, will take a visit to Maryland beginning on Thursday.

By Don Markus

Apr 24, 2019

• Sports

Digest (April 24): Loyola Maryland's Pat Spencer first pick in Premier Lacrosse League draft

Loyola Maryland's Pat Spencer, who ranks in the top-five all-time of both points and assists in NCAA Division I, was selected first overall by the PLL’s Archers to become the first collegiate player ever selected by the new league.

• Sports

From coaching staff to front office to on the court, Denver Nuggets have deep ties to Baltimore

Shooting guard Will Barton is one of a few members of the Denver Nuggets' roster, coaching staff and front office with roots in Baltimore.

By Don Markus

Apr 16, 2019

• Sports

Bruno Fernando, Anthony Cowan declare for NBA draft, but both keep door open for return to Maryland

Maryland sophomore center Bruno Fernando and junior guard Anthony Cowan Jr. announced Monday that they will make themselves eligible for the NBA draft, but both are leaving the door open for a possible return to College Park next season.

By Don Markus

Apr 15, 2019

• Sports

Finding a new GM tops list of Wizards' offseason tasks

The Washington Wizards' offseason mercifully began after Tuesday night's loss to the Boston Celtics, giving the team until September to chart a new course.

• Sports

Q&A: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar weighs in on social issues, Magic Johnson, the Lakers and more at WE Day Baltimore

Hall of Fame basketball player and Los Angeles Lakers great Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, 71, who sat down for an interview with The Baltimore Sun.

By Mike Preston

Apr 10, 2019

• Sports

Pivotal offseason awaits Wizards after 50-loss season

Pivotal offseason awaits Wizards after 50-loss season

• Sports

Three takeaways from Maryland forward Jalen Smith's decision to return for sophomore year

Jalen Smith's decision to return for his sophomore year at Maryland was not surprising, but his choice not to go to the NBA draft combine was unexpected.

By Don Markus

Apr 9, 2019

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